Finance Transactional Lead

Finance Transactional Lead (Interim)

Location:


Hybrid (UK-based)

Contract:


Interim / Fixed-term

Day Rate:


£375 – £425 per day (DOE)

The Opportunity

We’re supporting a well-established, multi-entity UK business undergoing a period of transition within its finance function. They require an experienced


Finance Transactional Lead


to step in and ensure operational continuity, while also improving processes and preparing the ground for a permanent hire.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll take ownership of transactional finance operations, with a strong focus on


process improvement, documentation, and stability


:

Map and document existing finance processes into clear, usable SOPs

Identify inefficiencies and recommend automation or process improvements

Support core finance operations including:

Accounts Payable / Receivable

Bank reconciliations

Payment runs and cash management

Assist with month-end and year-end close activities

Provide support during audit periods, including preparation of schedules and reconciliations

Work closely with senior finance stakeholders to assess team capacity and workload

Deliver a structured and thorough handover for the incoming permanent hire

What Success Looks Like

Finance operations continue


without disruption


during the interim period

Processes are clearly documented and easy to follow

Reporting, reconciliations, and payments are delivered


accurately and on time

Audit requests are handled efficiently with minimal rework

Practical recommendations are made to improve systems and workflows

A clean, structured handover is delivered

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

Strong background in


transactional finance within a multi-entity environment

Proven experience improving or streamlining finance processes

Confident across core finance operations (AP, AR, reconciliations, reporting)

Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data handling)

Experience supporting audits and working to tight deadlines

Ability to


document processes clearly and methodically

Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Desirable:

Experience working with ERP/accounting systems in complex environments

Exposure to invoice financing or cashflow-driven reporting

Previous experience in interim, transition, or handover roles

Why Apply?

High-impact interim role with real autonomy

Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes

Exposure to senior stakeholders and business-critical operations

Ideal for someone who enjoys


bringing order to complexity